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Washington’s Mansion and the Enslaved Who Built It | Philadelphia News
A Philadelphia memorial honoring nine enslaved people who lived at George Washington’s executive mansion is under threat as the White House pushes to replace it, calling the exhibit divisive. Spearheaded by Michael Coard and the Avenging the Ancestors Coalition, the 2010 exhibit emerged from groundbreaking archaeological finds and offers a vital, often-overlooked perspective on America’s founding — one that acknowledges the labor and humanity of those enslaved. Coard and supporters argue that true national celebration demands confronting uncomfortable truths, especially as the U.S. approaches…
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